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Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Community Resource Center

Fas Community Resource Center: Triumphant March

For Students 9th - 10th
Read about John Kellerman, a man born with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, who, despite being born with both brain and heart damage, not only survives but also earns his high school diploma. Read about the beginning of his life, his supportive...
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Other

What Is Clubfoot?

For Students 9th - 10th
This site answers general information questions including: What is clubfoot, what causes it? What are the symptoms? how can it be treated? and What can be expected after treatment
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Other

Teratology Society Position Paper: Vitamin A

For Students 9th - 10th
A short site about vitamin A and the harm it can cause an unborn baby. Warns mothers about taking too much during pregnancy or even shortly before. Difficult reading.
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Other

Spina Bifida Association of the Deleware Valley

For Students 9th - 10th
This is the site of an organization for Spina Bifida education and support in the Delaware Valley of Pennsylvania.
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Other

Nichd: Spina Bifida

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development provides in-depth information about the birth defect, Spina Bifida.
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Other

Overview: Birth Defects (Spanish)

For Students 9th - 10th
An overview of causes, diagnosis and prevention of birth defects. Common types of defects are described.
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National Institute on Drug Abuse

Nida: Survey Provides Data on Drug Use During Pregnancy

For Students 9th - 10th
Read this fascinating article from NIDA with unbelievable statistics of women using drugs during pregnancy. See chart showing drug use during pregnancy among racial and ethnic groups.
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Other

Cystic Fibrosis Foundation

For Students 9th - 10th
Comprehensive information on CF from the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.
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Curated OER

Kids Health: Cystic Fibrosis

For Students 9th - 10th
What is Cystic Fibrosis? What Causes it? How is it treated? All of these questions are answered in these articles. This site also provides recipes for kids with C.F. This is a great site if you want to learn more, or if you're just...
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Other

State University of New York: Fetal Alcohol Syndrome

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from Potsdam college contains interesting information on FAS. FAS is the leading cause of mental retardation in Western Civilization today. FAS is caused by exposure to alcohol during pregnancy. Read all about it here.
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Curated OER

Kids Health: Cleft Lip and Cleft Palate

For Students 9th - 10th
Cleft lip and cleft palate are birth defects. Find out how you get it, what doctors can do, and how to live with it in this article for kids from Kids Health.
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Curated OER

Kids Health: Spina Bifida

For Students 9th - 10th
Presented in question-and-answer format, this is a brief article on what spina bifida is. You'll learn what spina bifida is, what causes this disease, and what doctors can do to help those affected by it.
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Curated OER

Kids Health: Cystic Fibrosis

For Students 3rd - 8th
Cystic Fibrosis affects the lungs and makes it difficult to breathe. In this article geared toward kids, learn what it is, the causes, how it is diagnosed and treated, and how to live with it.
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Curated OER

Kids Health: Cerebral Palsy

For Students 3rd - 8th
Read this informative article from Kids Health to find out what cerebral palsy is, the different types, how it is treated, and learning to live with it.
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American Academy of Family Physicians

Aafp: Practical Tips for Preventing a Sickle Cell Crisis

For Students 9th - 10th
This article from the American Family Physician journal provides basic information about what sickle cell anemia is and some measures that can be used to control the pain.
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Emory University

Sickle Cell Information Center

For Students 9th - 10th
Resource is dedicated to providing the latest information on news and research on sickle cell.
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Other

March of Dimes: Birth Defects & Other Health Condition

For Students 9th - 10th
An overview of causes, diagnosis and prevention of birth defects. Common types of defects are described.
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Other

Dr. Greene's House Calls: Trisomy 13

For Students 9th - 10th
Doctor describes Trisomy 13 in layperson's terms. Explanations of chromosome 13 function, abnormalities resulting from trisomy, history of syndrome, and prenatal testing.
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Other

Things to Know About Caring for an Anencephalic Child

For Students 9th - 10th
A general list of ideas for caring for your anencephalic child. Also some good ideas for preserving their memory.
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About Kids Health

About Kids Health: Cerebral Palsy

For Students 9th - 10th
Presents a featured article on cerebral palsy including information on causes, types, treatment, and associated problems.
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Center for Parent Information and Resources

Nichcy: Definition of Spina Bifida

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource provides a factsheet on the types, characteristics, treatments, and educational implications of spina bifida.
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Center for Parent Information and Resources

Nichcy: Definition of Spina Bifida

For Students 9th - 10th
This fact sheet gives basic information on the types, characteristics, treatments, and educational implications of spina bifida.
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Other

Taking Folic Acid Before You Get Pregnant

For Students 9th - 10th
Information on taking Folic Acid before you get pregnant to prevent neural tube defects including spina bifida.
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CommonLit

Common Lit: Book Pairings: "Wonder" by R. J. Palacio

For Students 9th - 10th
Selected (8) reading passages (grades 5-10) to pair with "Wonder" by R. J. Palacio. Wonder is the story of Auggie, a 10-year-old boy who has Treacher Collins Syndrome, a condition that causes numerous physical deformities and...